Description
This Cucumber Snack Bowl is a refreshing and healthy snack option that is quick and easy to prepare. With a mix of crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and crunchy sunflower seeds, this bowl is bursting with flavors. The simple dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs enhances the freshness of the ingredients, making it a perfect light snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Cucumber Bowl:
- 2 cups cucumber, thinly sliced (about 2 small cucumbers)
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons roasted sunflower seeds or chopped nuts
- fresh dill or parsley for garnish
Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon rice vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a medium bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, rice vinegar, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
- Combine and Toss: Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
- Assemble: Top with crumbled feta and sunflower seeds. Garnish with fresh herbs.
- Serve: Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes before enjoying.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, omit the feta or use a plant-based alternative.
- You can customize by adding chopped avocado, olives, or a scoop of hummus for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
